Jorja Johnson and Tyra Black Stun Top Seeds: Jorja Johnson and Tyra Black defeated Anna Leigh Waters and Catherine Parenteau in the women’s doubles final on Sunday at the 2025 Veolia North Carolina Open. The Dallas Flash teammates earned their first PPA title together with a 1-11, 11-6, 11-4, 11-7 win.
Strong Comeback After Slow Start
The top-seeded pair started fast, winning the first game 11-1. In Game 2, Johnson and Black fell behind 1-4 but then took control. They went on a 10-2 run to win that game 11-6 and shifted the momentum of the match.
After evening the score, Johnson and Black stayed sharp. They won Games 3 and 4 comfortably, showing solid teamwork and fast reflexes at the kitchen line. The pair ended the match in four games, celebrating their first championship together.
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Tough Net Play Makes the Difference
Johnson and Black were strong in fast-paced exchanges. They outplayed Waters and Parenteau during rallies near the net and kept the pressure high throughout the match.
“AL came out super aggressive, and I knew that’s what we needed to do ourselves: just be aggressive and attack everything we could. Having Jorja next to me definitely gives me confidence. She has amazing hands, so I know I can just kind of do whatever I want out there.” – (Tyra Black)
Milestone for Johnson and Black
This title is Johnson’s first career women’s doubles win on the PPA Tour. For Black, it’s her second women’s doubles gold in just three weeks. She recently won another title in Texas alongside Parris Todd. Their win at Cary Tennis Park adds to a weekend filled with standout performances.
What Comes Next
Johnson and Black’s victory shakes up the women’s doubles scene on the PPA Tour. Their comeback win over the top seeds shows they can challenge the very best.
Later on Sunday, Johnson will try to win another title when she teams up with JW Johnson in the mixed doubles final against Anna Leigh Waters and Ben Johns.
News in Brief: Jorja Johnson and Tyra Black Stun Top Seeds
Jorja Johnson and Tyra Black rallied from a tough first game to beat top seeds Anna Leigh Waters and Catherine Parenteau 1-11, 11-6, 11-4, 11-7 and win the women’s doubles title at the 2025 Veolia North Carolina Open. It marked Johnson’s first PPA women’s doubles title and Black’s second in three weeks.
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